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20 2026
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  • This year: Sunday, 20 Dec 2026
  • Next year: Monday, 20 Dec 2027
  • Last year: Saturday, 20 Dec 2025
  • Type: Public Holiday

About Abolition of Slavery in Réunion

Abolition of Slavery is a public holiday in Réunion. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

Abolition of Slavery: Past and Future Observances

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Year Date Weekday Name Holiday Type
2016 Tuesday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2017 Wednesday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2018 Thursday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2019 Friday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2020 Sunday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2021 Monday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2022 Tuesday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2023 Wednesday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2024 Friday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2025 Saturday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2026 Sunday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2027 Monday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2028 Wednesday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2029 Thursday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2030 Friday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2031 Saturday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2032 Monday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2033 Tuesday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2034 Wednesday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2035 Thursday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday
2036 Saturday Abolition of Slavery Public Holiday

FAQ — Abolition of Slavery in Réunion

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Abolition of Slavery is a public holiday observed in Réunion. It is classified as a Public Holiday. See the dates, history and observance details on this page, or browse all public holidays in Réunion.

This year, Abolition of Slavery falls on {'year': 2026, 'name': 'Abolition of Slavery', 'date_iso': '2026-12-20', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2026, 12, 20), 'date_display': '20 Dec 2026', 'day_of_week': 'Sunday'} in Réunion.

Next year, Abolition of Slavery will be observed on {'year': 2027, 'name': 'Abolition of Slavery', 'date_iso': '2027-12-20', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2027, 12, 20), 'date_display': '20 Dec 2027', 'day_of_week': 'Monday'} in Réunion. Movable holidays can change weekday and date year to year.

Last year, Abolition of Slavery was observed on {'year': 2025, 'name': 'Abolition of Slavery', 'date_iso': '2025-12-20', 'date_obj': datetime.date(2025, 12, 20), 'date_display': '20 Dec 2025', 'day_of_week': 'Saturday'} in Réunion.

Yes, Abolition of Slavery is recognized as a public holiday in Réunion. Most government offices, banks and many schools close, and some businesses may operate on reduced hours. Specific closures vary by industry and region.

You can download an iCal (.ics) file for Abolition of Slavery from this page and import it into Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, or any standard calendar app. The Réunion holidays page lists every other holiday you can subscribe to the same way.

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